Sports

South Africa’s tri-series in Zimbabwe has been the perfect “box-ticking” exercise. While it sounds like marketing speak, South Africa are learning all the right lessons as their World Cup preparation continues to accelerate. When sportspeople are quizzed about what exactly they want to gain from what may seem like meaningless […] Continue Reading →

The South African National Under-20 side, Amajita are through to the finals of the CAF Youth Championships after beating Cameroon 2-1 at Peter Mokaba Stadium to progress 3-2 on aggregate. Despite falling behind to an early strike by the visitors, Shakes Mashaba’s boys never lost their nerve and their 2-1 […] Continue Reading →

The South African Men’s Under-20 National Team (Amajita) defeated SAB League side Mahwayi Young Stars of GaMoletjie in Limpopo 10-0 in a practice match played at the Seshego Stadium in Polokwane on Tuesday, 26 August. Striker Dikgang Ngcobo netted four on the day, with fellow striker Tshepo Chaine chipped in […] Continue Reading →

The wages of the professional football player continue to rise and, compared to historical earnings, are completely outrageous. It’s not their fault – they are part of the essence of earning revenue for one of the biggest sports in the world – but the whole scenario is only fuelling a […] Continue Reading →

The Springboks retained their lead at the top of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship after unconvincingly edging Argentina 33-31 in Salta on Saturday. The Pumas will look back on the test as a big opportunity missed to record their first victory ever o… Continue Reading →

Juan Smith will complete a remarkable return to international rugby when he runs out for the Springboks against Argentina in Salta on Saturday, in the second test of the Castle Lager Incoming Series. Achilles injury After suffering a serious Achilles t… Continue Reading →

The South African Football Association (SAFA) would like to extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ms. Disebo Gift Makau who was brutally murdered this week. Makau was on the books of Real Mighty Ladies FC in the SAFA Dr Kenneth Kau… Continue Reading →

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has met the Sports Portfolio Committee in Parliament today (Tuesday, 19 August 2014) where it briefed Honourable MPs from various political parties on a variety of issues. Led by the Association President, … Continue Reading →